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Research and Development Engineer

Professional who designs, develops, and analyzes technical or scientific solutions within research or innovation projects.

32 000 – 85 000 EUR (€)
Average salary / year
Master's degree in engineering or equivalent technical field
Education level
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Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Positive
Employability
1-2 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Positive
Employability
1-2 years
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Possible

Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
32 000 – 42 000 EUR/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
42 000 – 60 000 EUR/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
60 000 – 85 000 EUR/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — Belgium

Access to the profession typically requires completion of a master's degree in engineering or a closely related technical field.

Internships and trainee programs facilitate entry into the job market.

Training — Belgium

The formation relies on a professional curriculum oriented towards applied sciences and engineering principles.

It includes theoretical courses, practical labs, and internships to develop technical expertise and project management skills.

The job market — Belgium

The job market for study engineers is stable with steady demand in core sectors such as construction, manufacturing, and energy.

Remote work opportunities are limited due to the hands-on nature of the role, and automation poses a medium risk by replacing routine calculations but not complex design tasks.

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